Looking Back at 'The Hills Have Eyes'
This laid-back interview-laden documentary about the film Hills Have Eyes, The (1977) details the entire production of the movie. All of the financing and weather problems are explained, as well as many other difficulties on set. The interviewees also talk about their starts in the film industry, which took place in and around when the film was made.
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Plot Summary
A family on a road trip through the New Mexico desert takes a detour that leads them into a region inhabited by a clan of deformed, cannibalistic mutants. Stranded and under attack, they must fight for their survival against the horrifying inhabitants of the region.
Critical Reception
The 2006 remake of 'The Hills Have Eyes' was generally met with positive reviews from critics, who praised its intense gore, suspenseful atmosphere, and effective scares. While some critics found the plot predictable or derivative, the film was widely regarded as a successful and brutal reimagining of the original horror classic.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its graphic gore and effective jump scares.
- Noted for its tense atmosphere and brutal survival horror elements.
- Criticized by some for relying on conventional horror tropes.
Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's visceral horror and suspense, with many finding it a satisfyingly gruesome and intense viewing experience. Some viewers felt the story was predictable, but the overall consensus leaned towards a positive reception for its effective scares and gore.
Fun Fact
The mutant characters were designed by Stan Winston, a renowned special effects artist known for his work on films like 'Jurassic Park' and 'The Terminator'.
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